معرفی
Lori Fields is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology and Geography at Coastal Carolina University. Her research focuses on ethnoprimatology, particularly examining interactions between humans and nonhuman primates in the Visayan region of the Philippines, including tarsiers and long-tailed macaques. She emphasizes the role of indigenous knowledge and ecotourism in conservation efforts.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Anthropology, Texas A&M University
- M.A. and B.A. in Anthropology, New Mexico State University
Research Interests: Lori investigates human-nonhuman primate coexistence through community-focused approaches. Her work integrates biological anthropology with cultural perspectives, aiming to develop community education programs and expand research to other Philippine islands. Key themes include primate conservation, traditional ecological knowledge, and sustainable ecotourism strategies.
Teaching: She teaches courses in Biological Anthropology, Primatology, Introduction to Anthropology, and Forensic Anthropology.
Future Work: Seeks to collaborate with local communities to enhance conservation initiatives and extend research to additional Philippine provinces.
